Cook, Lead Line

Holland America Line Careers•Skagway, AK

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation. Our Cooks create culinary experiences for our guests that they remember long after their vacation is over. You will prepare carefully crafted dishes with local ingredients whenever possible with elevated standards of quality and presentation. You are integral part of the team and help to provide reliability, dependability and a positive attitude to our high energy kitchens. Live a summer of adventure and memories, both creating your own and for others.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain an Alaska Food Handler Card.
Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Minimum age of 18 years is required to reside in company housing, where available.
Must be eligible to work in the United States. Holland America-Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-2B status).
Ability to lift 50 lbs./23 kg, work around hot kitchen equipment safely, and stand/walk for long periods of time.
Ability to organize and prioritize work, maintain attention to time constraints, while working in a team or group environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and external influences.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while achieving daily goals.
Ability to support and comply with company policies, procedures and guidelines including support and comply with company health and safety standards.
Ability to stand/walk/work on feet for minimum of 8 hours per day.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of advanced food preparation tasks, ensuring each dish meets high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
Routinely prepare and process food items, from prepping ingredients to executing dishes during service.
Monitor food preparation activities and oversee kitchen staff to maintain efficiency, consistency, and cleanliness.
Ensure all food leaving the kitchen meets established standards for safety, flavor, and visual appeal.
Organize and maintain your station and assist others as needed to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
Support and guide junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
Assist with inventory checks, prep lists, and restocking to ensure readiness for each shift.
Bring reliability, dependability, and a positive attitude to a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment.